Creating a business, financing its development, expanding internationally, handling difficulties, managing day-to-day operations, expanding through external growth and transferring ownership are all key moments in the life of a company supported by Societe Generale.

Successful transmission for Schisler

Founded by Robert Schisler, the grandfather of current Chairman David Schisler, CEE R. Schisler has been passed on from generation to generation. Whilst the company's transmission from the founder to his son took place in tragic circumstances following the death of Robert Schisler, its transmission to Robert's grandson has been prepared over the last few years. To finalise this particularly complicated operation, the company called on various experts such as Societe Generale's regional teams.

Sylvain Marconnet wasted no time joining the world of business. Indeed, the former French prop combined high-level sport, his studies and being an entrepreneur before becoming involved in sports marketing with Sportlab.

The year began with the impression that the divergences in growth regimes between the United States and the rest of the world, as well as in monetary policies, were set to last. Doubts have emerged on all these factors over the last three months causing a correction in bond markets and a curb on the dollar’s appreciation against all currencies. That said, US growth seems to be strengthening even though downside risks remain.

Are you ready?

On 18 September, England will play Fiji in the inaugural match of the Rugby World Cup, of which Societe Generale is a Worldwide Partner. Are you ready to live and breathe rugby? Meet the people already getting ready for the event, get an inside view of the recent Group events, and test your knowledge with the first episodes of "Do you speak rugby?".

Every Friday until the kick-off of the Rugby World Cup 2015 , Societe Generale is giving you the chance to take your friends to the Rugby World Cup 2015 and win RWC prizes. You have until the following Thursday to tackle Jonny's question for a chance to win.

Team spirit, ethics, anticipation, innovation, rigour and a duty to perform well. These are values closely associated with rugby but which are also shared by Societe Generale. We take a look back at the Group's extensive involvement in rugby.